Christ as a Warrior. Ego Sum Via, Veritas Et Vita 425

"Christ as a Warrior. Ego Sum Via, Veritas Et Vita" is a 5th century Byzantine mosaic in the Archbishop's Chapel, Ravenna, Italy. The work depicts Christ standing triumphantly over a lion and a serpent, symbolizing his victory over sin and death. Christ's stance is powerful, and he holds a spear in one hand and a book inscribed with the words "Ego sum via, veritas et vita" ("I am the way, the truth and the life") in the other, further emphasizing his authority and divine mission. The mosaic is an excellent example of the Byzantine style, characterized by its use of rich colors, gold backgrounds, and flat, stylized forms.